1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 1965 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1965 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1965 Marcos 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Marcos 1800. 1998 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1965 Marcos 1800 has manual transmission. 1965 Marcos 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 1965 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XJR | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 27 L |
